The resolution declares an emergency regarding the need to amend the Rental Housing Act of 1985 to limit rent adjustments for rent-stabilized units in the District of Columbia. It outlines the history of rent increases in these units, noting that significant increases have occurred in recent years, including an 8.9% increase approved in January 2023, which is the highest in the program's history. The resolution highlights the concerns raised by tenants and advocates about the potential hardship and displacement that such increases could cause, particularly for low-income households.

In response to these concerns, the Council has previously passed legislation to mitigate displacement risks and preserve affordable housing, including setting annual caps on rent increases. The current temporary legislation is set to expire on January 12, 2025, prompting the need for emergency legislation to ensure continued protection for tenants and the affordable housing stock. The resolution calls for the adoption of the Rent Stabilized Housing Inflation Protection Continuation Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 after a single reading, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.